Some Issues of Architectural Design in Terms of Requirements for the Transformability of Buildings for Scientific and Innovative Purposes

Abstract

For buildings of a scientific and innovative nature, the problem of the relationship between the periods of obsolescence and the physical wear and tear of architectural structures is relevant, creating a conflict between a developing function and an architectural space that lags behind its development; many architectural design problems are based on this.
Among the methods of functional-spatial organization of such objects aimed at solving this conflict: optimization of architectural and engineering solutions, creation of a system of additional opportunities for transformation and modernization of complexes. One of the universal principles for ensuring sustainable development and reliable functioning of scientific and innovative facilities is spatial and technological redundancy (often called flexibility). Various techniques are used to achieve flexibility in the design of volumetric-spatial solutions, engineering and technological devices and networks, laboratory furniture and equipment. One of the possible methods for assessing decisions made from this point of view is presented.
As the basis for all the techniques considered, provisions such as social interaction, safety and modernization of the scientific
and innovation process are implied.